Uksi - Rajpura, Patiala
Uksi is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Uski serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uksi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uksi is 036983. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Uksi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uksi
According to the 2011 Census, Uksi village had a total population of 1,728 people, including 907 males and 821 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 74.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 907 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 110 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 170 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,214 | 673 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 234 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Uksi
Uksi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uksi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uksi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Uksi is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uksi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Uksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uksi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Uksi
Where is Uksi located?
Uksi village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uksi?
The Gram Panchayat of Uksi is Uski.
What is the pincode of Uksi?
The pincode of Uksi is 140402.
What is the population of Uksi?
Uksi had a total population of 1,728, including 907 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Uksi?
Uksi had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uksi was 79.61%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 74.31%.